The streamer appears paranoid, believes: “AI bots” in Fortnite are after him

The mixer-streamer and former Twitch star Tyler “Ninja” Blevins has developed what he calls a “crazy theory”. He believes the NPC opponents “Lackeys” in Fortnite: Battle Royale are out to get him. The AI opponents shoot particularly well at him while missing other players.

These are the new AI bots in Fortnite: In Fortnite: Battle Royale, since the launch of Season 2, there are enemy NPCs, the Lackeys of Ghost and Shadow. They guard bases on the map that contain particularly good loot. The NPCs open fire on players who detect them.

Normally, they are not considered particularly deadly. If you target the villains, you can take them out with a few headshots before they cause any trouble. Even ordinary players can do this; you don’t need to be a Fortnite pro with thousands of hours of gameplay like Tyler “Ninja” Blevins, to whom Epic even donated a unique skin in Fortnite.

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How the AI attack on Ninja began: But for Ninja, the bots seem to be a special problem. On April 2, he shared a tweet showing how a Lackey shot him out of the air. Ninja screamed like in the old days and got incredibly upset.

According to him, Epic permanently banned the player FaZe Jarvis for using an aim bot and then built NPCs with aim bot themselves. He emphasized that he says this “half in jest.”

Fortnite-Lackey
Just because you’re paranoid doesn’t mean nobody is after you.

We will NEVER land next to AI opponents again

How the attack of the AI opponents continued: A new YouTube clip shows more scenes of the Mixer star in Fortnite from the location “The Agency,” where there are many of these Lackeys.

Ninja meets an injured villain who takes him out with a short burst of fire. After that, Ninja, already dead, sees another player hopping through the frame, at whom the NPC also fires. But now, the AI lackey misses all its shots.

Ninja presents his “crazy theory”: According to him, the Lackeys are programmed differently and use different levels of aim assist depending on which player they encounter:

  • Against Ninja himself, the Lackey hits 3 shots in a row and takes him out immediately
  • On the player who was chasing Ninja, the Lackey also fires but missed 10 shots in a row

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Shortly later, when an NPC shot him down again, and Ninja died as a result, the streamer comes to the realization: They will never again land in the Agency during “normal” games.

He even goes further and tells his partner Sypher: They will “never, ever” land next to an AI opponent in Fortnite. He is absolutely serious about that.

Ninja believes the NPCs in Fortnite are out to get him and that they react particularly aggressively to him, hunting him down and shooting better at him than at others: The AI has simply conspired against him.

Stream-Sniper
The young player made a name for himself at the time as a “Stream-Sniper” hunting Ninja.

On New Year’s Eve 2018, when Ninja was at the peak of his career, someone really had it out for him: A boy tried to be a Stream-Sniper in Fortnite and wanted to finally catch Ninja in front of a million viewers. You can start to feel paranoid when you know there are really people out there who are hunting you.

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Do you want 8k gaming with the PS5? Here is how expensive it would be

While the design and price of the PS5 are not known, we know that the PS5 is supposed to offer performance for 8K. But what does it actually cost if you want to game in 8K? Is that even possible and what technology is behind it? We explain to you what such a setting would cost and what technology is involved.

The PS5 and Xbox Series X promise gamers a lot of power. The PS5 is said to support a resolution of up to 8K. We want to take a look at what such an 8K setting would cost. To do this, we’ll first look at which devices currently offer 8K support.

What role does 8K play in 2020? At the beginning of the year, from January 7 to January 10, 2020, 8K was a major topic at CES (Consumer Electronics Show). The Consumer Technology Association, or CTA, also defined who is allowed to use the 8K label.

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What does 8K gaming with the PS5 cost?

Which devices support 8K? Currently, there are few devices that support 8K natively. One of them is the Dell-UP3218K, which is currently the only 8K monitor.

The problem: The monitor costs a hefty 3400 Euros (as of April 2020). This is very new technology, which appeals more to early adopters and tech enthusiasts than to the average gamer. In addition, the monitor only offers 60 Hertz – for gamers who want to play competitively, that’s simply not enough.

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Is there an alternative? The only alternative currently is the 8K TV from Samsung. Here, too, we are in the four-digit price range, which is also not really practical for everyday use.

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Here, Samsung also includes the current HDMI 2.1 standard, which is necessary for 8K.

What does the future hold for 8K? At CES 2020, many manufacturers like Samsung and LG announced further 8K screens. However, Corona could delay many of these announcements. Sony stated, that Corona has not yet affected the launch of the PS5.

Anyone who really wants to game on an 8K monitor will either have to be patient or bite the bullet by investing several thousand Euros in technology. This technology is still in its infancy.

PS5: Price and 8K Setting

Another factor is that the prices of the PS5 and Xbox Series X are not known at the moment. Currently, it is speculated that the price will be somewhere between 450 and 600 Euros. It is also suspected that the price of the PS5 could be lower than that of the Xbox Series X.

On top of the approximately 600 Euros for the console, there will be the costs for a corresponding screen or monitor based on current prices (as of April 2020). However, these costs are still in the four-digit range, which will not be an option for most players.

With the 8K setting consisting of PS5 and 8K screen, we would then be looking at a budget of around 3000 – 3500 Euros.

In addition to the setting, the games that truly support 8K resolution are also needed.

Most users may well be satisfied with the current PS4:

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PS5 and 8K – What our readers say

Many of our users are skeptical about whether the PS5 really needs 8K:

  • For example, MeinMMO reader KingK writes: “I have a PS4 Pro and a Slim. I’m definitely pre-ordering the PS5 and then selling the Pro. I won’t voluntarily stick to 30 FPS and long loading times. 8K is completely irrelevant to me. 4K or FHD with high frame rates is more than enough. Just need a new monitor.”
  • Wesker sees it similarly: “(…) overall a great package that Sony is planning. Constant 60FPS+ at Full HD would be something I’m very happy about. 8K is completely uninteresting. 4K? Maybe, but I prefer more FPS over higher resolution. So it would be nice if players have the choice. Will probably buy it.”
  • And Sarakin adds: “It’s completely sufficient for console gamers… How many console gamers have a monitor or TV that can achieve 120Hz? Those are also in the range of 2000 €… I doubt that console gamers have something like that lying around at home.”

4K vs 8K – what is the exact difference?

The difference between 4K and 8K is clearly recognizable.

The biggest difference lies in the size and sharpness of the screen:

  • A 4K monitor has 3,840 x 2160 pixels
  • An 8K monitor has 7,680 x 4,320 pixels. In other words, 8K offers four times the amount of pixels as 4K.

What technology does the PS5 use? Both the PS5 and the Xbox Series X rely on HDMI 2.1 The advantage: HDMI 2.1 supports the resolution of 8K at 60 Hertz and 4K resolutions up to 120 Hertz. However, it is also a prerequisite that the respective screen or monitor supports the HDMI standard.

What technology do PC gamers use? Many gamers nowadays rely on DisplayPort. The problem: The common DisplayPort on graphics cards is currently 1.2, which only supports 4K at a maximum of 60 Hertz.

For 8K, 30 Hertz would still be possible, but that is not an alternative for most gamers. Gaming at 30 FPS is absolutely not enjoyable. The alternative to this is to rely on HDMI 2.1.

HDMI or DisplayPort? For gamers, DisplayPort is the better alternative:

  • DisplayPort offers a transmission speed of 77 Gb/s. HDMI offers only 43 Gb/s.
  • Both standards generally provide the same image quality at 4K and 8K.
  • HDMI 2.1 supports a resolution of 8K at 60 Hertz and 4K resolution, while DisplayPort 1.2 on current graphics cards only achieves 4K at 60 Hertz
  • In the gaming sector, most manufacturers, for example, increasingly rely on DisplayPort for graphics cards.

Anyone who relies on DisplayPort can alternatively control the output of the screen through graphics cards that have two DisplayPort connections and can control them. Nvidia cards from the GeForce 1000 series and AMD cards from the Polaris generation support driving two DisplayPorts.

The other problem: For gaming, the graphics card must also provide enough performance. The most suitable ones here would be the AMD Radeon RX Vega 64 or the Nvidia Titan Xp, which do not provide full 8K performance either.

By the way, we once looked at what the PS5 and Xbox Series X would cost if built as a PC.

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Valorant: All Weapons and How to Use Them

The new shooter Valorant from Riot Games is in beta and already offers you a big selection of weapons. But which weapon is useful at what time? In our weapon guide, you’ll learn how to optimally use the different guns.

What weapons are there in Valorant? In Valorant, the new 5v5 team shooter from Riot Games, there are numerous weapons. They are divided into 6 categories that players from Counter-Strike are surely familiar with:

  • Sidearms (mostly pistols)
  • Submachine guns
  • Shotguns
  • Rifles
  • Machine guns
  • Sniper rifles

We also have a list of all agents from Valorant for you. And here you can find the agents ranked from unpopular to popular:

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What is special about the weapons? It’s important to note that every weapon in the gameplay of Valorant has its purpose. There is no absolute super weapon that everyone must have. Rather, certain weapons excel in specific situations and playstyles more than others.

Knowing the strengths and weaknesses of a weapon is an important factor for a successful round in Valorant. To help you fully understand the weapons in Valorant, we present all of them here.

This is how wall penetration works: In Valorant, some weapons can penetrate obstacles like walls. A weapon with low penetration only shoots through thin boards, while a weapon with high penetration can break through even solid walls.

You can tell by the bullet holes visible when you shoot at an obstacle. If you see real holes, then the bullet goes through. If you only see small dents, then no penetration occurs.

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All sidearms in Valorant

What are sidearms? Sidearms are mostly pistols and other backup guns that you use primarily when you either run out of ammo for your primary weapon or quickly need a weapon for close combat.

Classic

What can the weapon do? “What costs nothing is worth nothing!” is not really true here. The free Classic can definitely deal damage, especially with headshots. Moreover, it can fire a burst of shots at close range in its secondary fire mode.

valorant weapon classic
Cost:None
Magazine:12
Wall Penetration:Low
Fire Rate
(Primary/Secondary):
6.75/2.22
Damage 0 – 30 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
26/78/22
Damage 30 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
26/66/18
Primary Fire Mode:Single Shot
Secondary Fire Mode:3-Shot Burst

Shorty

What can the weapon do? The Shorty is a nasty little double-barreled shotgun. It is deadly at close range and can even achieve one-shot kills there. But at longer distances, it quickly becomes useless. So only use the Shorty in close quarters. One shot consists of 15 pellets.

valorant weapon shorty
Cost:200
Magazine:2
Wall Penetration:Low
Fire Rate:3.3 shots per second
Damage 0 – 9 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
12/36/10
Damage 9 – 15 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
8/24/6
Damage 15 – 30 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
3/9/2
Primary Fire Mode:Single Shot
Secondary Fire Mode:None

Frenzy

What can the weapon do? This is an automatic pistol. The Frenzy does little damage per hit, but makes up for it with a high rate of fire. This weapon is optimal for spraying an array of bullets at enemy groups at close range. Use it effectively to storm target areas and hit charging enemies with a few bullets before the fight really starts.

valorant weapon frenzy
Cost:400
Magazine:13
Wall Penetration:Low
Fire Rate:10 shots per second
Damage 0 – 30 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
26/78/22
Damage 30 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
21/63/17
Primary Fire Mode:Fully Automatic
Secondary Fire Mode:None

Ghost

What can the weapon do? This is a silenced weapon that fires quickly and deals good headshot damage. But aim well, as subsequent shots will cause the Ghost to deviate more and become less accurate.

valorant weapon ghost
Cost:500
Magazine:15
Wall Penetration:Medium
Fire Rate:6.75 shots per second
Damage 0 – 30 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
30/105/25
Damage 30 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
25/87/21
Primary Fire Mode:Single Shot
Secondary Fire Mode:None

Sheriff

What can the weapon do? This thick piece is a real killer. Headshots are one-shot kills here! But you need to aim well, as this pistol fires slowly and you might not have another chance to fire after the first shot misses. The Sheriff is optimal for good shooters who like to take risks and have a chance of high success. Just think of the Desert Eagle in Counter-Strike!

valorant weapon sheriff
Cost:800
Magazine:6
Wall Penetration:High
Fire Rate:4 shots per second
Damage 0 – 30 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
55/159/46
Damage 30 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
50/145/42
Primary Fire Mode:Fully Automatic
Secondary Fire Mode:None

All submachine guns in Valorant

What are submachine guns? Submachine guns (SMGs) are the little brothers of assault rifles. They fire quickly and are cheaper than a heavy rifle. However, they are less suitable for combat at longer distances and deal less damage per hit overall. Submachine guns are a good idea when the money doesn’t cover a full kit.

Stinger

What can the weapon do? This simple SMG is neither very accurate nor does it deal spectacular damage. However, it is cheap and at close range, it fires a lot of rounds. The rate of fire is really high! So who likes the playstyle “spray and pray,” just firing wildly at the enemy, will have some success with the Stinger. In the alternative mode, the weapon is more accurate.

valorant weapon stinger
Cost:1,000
Magazine:20
Wall Penetration:Low
Fire Rate (Primary/Secondary):18/4 shots per second
Damage 0 – 20 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
27/67/23
Damage 20 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
25/62/21
Primary Fire Mode:Fully Automatic
Secondary Fire Mode:Burst Fire (4 Shots)

Spectre

What can the weapon do? This suppressed SMG comes close to a rifle. It is quite accurate at close range and deals good damage. Especially headshots are worth it here. If you can’t afford a rifle, the Spectre is always a good alternative.

valorant weapon spectre
Cost:1,600
Magazine:30
Wall Penetration:Medium
Fire Rate (Primary/Secondary)13.33/12 shots per second
Damage 0 – 20 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
26/78/22
Damage 20 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
22/66/18
Primary Fire Mode:Fully Automatic
Secondary Fire Mode:Zoom Mode

All shotguns in Valorant

What are shotguns? Shotguns are brutal weapons that excel in close quarters. They are relatively cheap, deal a lot of damage, and can quickly take out opponents.

Bucky

What can the weapon do? The Bucky is a classic pump-action shotgun. This means you must pump it after each shot, which significantly lowers the rate of fire. However, it is absolutely deadly at close range. It is ideal for one-on-one duels at close range. If you have multiple opponents against you with the shotgun, it is a problem, as you cannot attack them all at once. Each shot fires 15 pellets.

valorant weapon bucky
Cost:900
Magazine:5
Wall Penetration:Low
Fire Rate:1.1 shots per second
Damage 0 – 8 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
22/44/19
Damage 8 – 12 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
17/34/14
Damage 12 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
9/18/8
Primary Fire Mode:Single Shot (wide spread)
Secondary Fire Mode:Single Shot (tight spread)

Judge

What can the weapon do? This is an automatic shotgun. It fires very quickly and is ideal for creating carnage in tight spaces. If you position yourself skillfully, you can shower an entire team with shot pellets and defend critical points. One shot releases 12 pellets.

valorant weapon judge
Cost:1,500
Magazine:7
Wall Penetration:Medium
Fire Rate:3.5 shots per second
Damage 0 – 10 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
17/34/14
Damage 10 – 15 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
13/26/11
Damage 15 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
10/20/9
Primary Fire Mode:Fully Automatic

All rifles in Valorant

What are rifles? (Assault) rifles are solid weapons that often belong to the optimal kit of many players. They are accurate and deal deadly hits with headshots. However, rifles are expensive and cannot be obtained for under 2,100 credits. You can only afford them in later rounds.

Bulldog

What can the weapon do? This assault rifle is more like a large submachine gun. It deals less damage than the other rifles but is also quite affordable. The Bulldog fires fully automatically, but if you aim, it switches to burst fire.

valorant weapon bulldog
Cost:2,100
Magazine:24
Wall Penetration:Medium
Fire Rate (Primary/Secondary):9.15/4 shots per second
Damage 0 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
35/116/30
Primary Fire Mode:Fully Automatic
Alternative Fire Mode:Zoom Mode with 3-Shot Burst

Guardian

What can the weapon do? The Guardian is a semi-automatic rifle. It fires only single shots whenever you pull the trigger. So you cannot just spray bullets at will. But if you can aim well and like to land one-shot headshot kills, the Guardian is a good choice. It is inexpensive and deals more damage than other rifles.

valorant weapon guardian
Cost:2,500
Magazine:12
Wall Penetration:Strong
Fire Rate:4.75 shots per second
Damage 0 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
65/195/49
Primary Fire Mode:Single Shot
Alternative Fire Mode:Zoom Mode

Vandal

What can the weapon do? The Vandal is among the top rifles that many players will ultimately buy. The Vandal is the weapon for players who like to fight at longer distances and desire solid damage and accuracy at range. However, its fire rate is slightly lower than that of the Phantom. Those familiar with Counter-Strike will be reminded of the AK.

valorant weapon vandal
Cost:2,900
Magazine:25
Wall Penetration:Medium
Fire Rate (Primary/Secondary):9.25/8.32 shots per second
Damage 0 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
39/156/33
Primary Fire Mode:Fully Automatic
Alternative Fire Mode:Zoom Mode

Phantom

What can the weapon do? Also, the silenced Phantom is a weapon for the endgame, which many players, including the pro Shroud, will ultimately acquire. The big difference from the Vandal is that the Phantom fires faster but loses power at range. Therefore, it is more suited for players who enjoy charging in wildly and less for long-range engagements. Counter-Strike fans will recognize the M4 here.

valorant weapon phantom
Cost:2,900
Magazine:30
Wall Penetration:Medium
Fire Rate (Primary/Secondary):11/9.9 shots per second
Damage 0 – 15 meters (Body/Head/Leg):39/156/33
Damage 15 – 30 meters (Body/Head/Leg):35/140/30
Damage 30 – 50 meters (Body/Head/Leg):31/124/26
Primary Fire Mode:Fully Automatic
Alternative Fire Mode:Zoom Mode
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All machine guns in Valorant

What are machine guns? Machine guns are the big brothers of assault rifles. They are designed to unleash a lot of ammunition and have large magazines. However, the weapons are bulky and primarily suitable for defensive situations.

They fire faster the longer you shoot. Additionally, you are much more accurate if you kneel while shooting. Also useful: All MGs are great at penetrating walls. Cover is therefore only useful to a limited extent.

Ares

What can the weapon do? This machine gun is essentially a large assault rifle. It fires quickly and requires a short warm-up time until its full potential is realized. Tip: If you aim with the Ares, fire it immediately!

valorant weapon Ares
Cost:1,600
Magazine:50
Wall Penetration:High
Fire Rate:10 – 13 shots per second
Damage 0 – 30 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
30/72/25
Damage 30 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
28/67/23
Primary Fire Mode:Fully Automatic
Alternative Fire Mode:Zoom Mode

Odin

What can the weapon do? The second most expensive weapon in the game can turn the tide if you use it wisely and in the right situation. The Odin can unleash a tremendous amount of shots and completely wipe out an enemy rush. But remember that you also need to position yourself well and definitely pay attention to the weapon’s warm-up time. You must fire early to unleash its full fire rate potential. Additionally, the weapon has severe recoil, so crouching may help stabilize your aim.

valorant weapon Odin
Cost:3,200
Magazine:100
Wall Penetration:High
Fire Rate:12 – 15.6 shots per second
Damage 0 – 30 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
38/95/32
Damage 30 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
31/77/26
Primary Fire Mode:Fully Automatic
Alternative Fire Mode:Zoom Mode

All sniper rifles in Valorant

What are sniper rifles? Sniper rifles are weapons for players who can aim well and make excellent kills. These weapons fire slowly but are absolutely deadly, especially with headshots.

Marshall

What can the weapon do? A classic sniper rifle that also works well for no-scope shots. The Marshall fires slowly and is absolutely deadly with headshots. Not even armor helps then. But woe if you miss the head, as the opponent – unless unarmored – will likely retaliate quickly, and with Marshall’s slow fire rate, you have little chance to fight back. Think of the Scout in Counter-Strike.

valorant weapon marshal
Cost:1,100
Magazine:5
Wall Penetration:Medium
Fire Rate (Primary/Secondary):1.5/1.2 shots per second
Damage 0 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
101/202/85
Primary Fire Mode:Single Shot
Alternative Fire Mode:Zoom Mode

Operator

What can the weapon do? Do you remember the legendary Arctic Warfare from Counter-Strike? The Operator (also known as OP) is basically the same thing. A massive rifle that can kill any opponent with just one shot, as long as you don’t aim poorly and just hit the leg. Just don’t get caught at close range with it and save a lot of money, because currently, there is no more expensive weapon in the game. Also cool: The weapon can shoot through almost any wall!

valorant weapon operator
Cost:4,500
Magazine:5
Wall Penetration:High
Fire Rate:0.75 shots per second
Damage 0 – 50 meters
(Body/Head/Leg):
150/255/127
Primary Fire Mode:Single Shot
Alternative Fire Mode:Dual Zoom Mode

Do you want even more information about Valorant? Then check out our big Valorant information page for Riot’s new team shooter. There you will find a list of important features, guides, and hot news about the game.

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CoD MW: Season 3 brings two new operators – This makes both so special

With Season 3, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and CoD: Warzone let you play as two really tough guys. We explain what makes the two new operators so special and whether perhaps even more will come.

What’s up with the new operators? A new Season 3 is about to start in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare. Although there is hardly any official information yet, leaks and an initial official teaser image suggest that we will get at least 2 new operators with the new season.

Who are the two new operators? According to leaks, these are the characters

  • Alex
  • and Ronin

Their appearance should finally be known now. The recently posted official image for Season 3 on Twitter essentially confirms the leak.

There, Alex is seen as the central figure in the middle. The character on the left side of the image is most likely Ronin.

What makes the new operators of Season 3 so special?

The interesting thing is – both new operators are really special. But why? What is so special about them?

Alex – a presumed dead hero from the campaign: Alex is a CIA agent and an important character from the campaign of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2019.

Most people probably assumed that Alex dies at the end of the campaign when he sacrifices himself for the team and manually triggers deadly explosives.

But apparently he survived the explosion – although not completely unharmed. As a new official image from a promo email now definitively confirms (his name Alex and his callsign Echo 3-1 are clearly visible in the picture), Alex returns with Season 3.

Source: CharlieIntel

However, it is also clearly recognizable from the teaser image for Season 3 that he apparently lost his left leg and now wears a leg prosthesis. It remains exciting to see whether Modern Warfare clarifies this twist further – for example, with an in-game cinematic.

By the way, even though some players have already mocked this, soldiers with prosthetics do exist in special operations units of the US military in the real world. The fact that Modern Warfare is now addressing this issue is celebrated by many fans.

In fact, there are some prosthetic users in the US armed forces – even among the US Army Special Forces or the Navy Seals.

Nicholas C. Lavery, US Special Forces (Source: casualphilosopher1 on Reddit)

In special operations units, for example, it applies: If the soldier still meets the physical requirements set for him by the elite units, he can still remain a member of that unit and even actively participate in operations, even with prosthetics.

Ronin – a Special Forces operator with a real-life inspiration: The fact that Ronin is apparently modeled after a real ex-operator from the Special Forces is well received by many fans.

Source: MyNameBlank on Reddit

Clever fans and Reddit users quickly discovered that the operator on the left appears to be the Special Forces veteran Tu Lam. He was a long-time member of the Green Berets, participated in numerous operations, and now runs his own YouTube channel and a security company named “Ronin Tactics.”

Tu Lam (Source: RealWorld Tactical on YouTube)

The appearance and name of the new operator cannot just be a coincidence, as many fans suggest. The parallels to the real “Ronin” are clearly recognizable to many and are very well received.

Will Season 3 bring a 3rd operator?

Will there be more operators in Season 3? What fans and players are currently puzzling over is the operator on the right side of the teaser image – an as yet unknown woman.

Many players speculate that she could be another operator joining Modern Warfare with the new Season 3. But for now, it’s only speculation.

Ghost is also seen as a fourth operator, but he is already known (even in the depicted outfit).

Further information should not take long to arrive. Season 3 of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare starts tomorrow at 8:00 AM on April 8. By the way, with the start of Season 3, 3 annoying bugs are also set to be fixed.

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PS Plus April 2020: Grab one of the best adventures of all time now

A bit later than usual, Sony recently officially presented the new free PS Plus games for April – and the new line-up is once again impressive. This month’s free games include one of the best adventure games on the PS4 and a strong racing sim for speed junkies. Both are now available for download.

These are the PS Plus titles you can look forward to in April 2020: In April, there are surprises in store for you and your PS4

  • The PS4-exclusive adventure “Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End”
  • and the off-road racing simulation DiRT Rally 2.0

Both titles received very good reviews and are among the strongest representatives of their genres. So, it’s definitely a strong month for PS Plus subscribers.

When will the new PS Plus games be available? These two free games are available now (since April 7) for all PS Plus members as digital downloads in the PlayStation Store.

Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End

What is Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End? Uncharted 4 is an action-adventure title from Naughty Dog, who are also known for The Last of Us among others.

Uncharted 4 is, as the name suggests, the fourth installment in the Uncharted series and brings the saga of hero Nathan Drake and his adventures to a close.

In A Thief’s End, you embark on a quest with Drake in the best Indiana Jones fashion to find a lost treasure and experience an epic adventure in many diverse locations around the globe.

From a third-person perspective, you solve puzzles, climb, run, jump, swim, dive, or fight your way through picturesque jungle islands, across rooftops in hectic cities, and up snowy mountain peaks – all presented in almost cinematic style with a fantastic musical accompaniment and within the framework of a compelling story.

Who is Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End suitable for? The Uncharted series, including Uncharted 4, is considered by many fans, players, and critics to be one of the best adventures of all time. So, if you have even the slightest interest in adventure games, you can’t go wrong with Uncharted 4.

But do you generally enjoy adventures in the style of Indiana Jones? Do you love thrilling stories and memorable characters? Are nature and architecture not foreign concepts to you? And do you enjoy solving puzzles? Then you are likely to have a lot of fun with Uncharted 4.

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This is how Uncharted 4: A Thief’s End is rated:

  • PS Store: 4.5 out of 5 stars based on over 5,500 ratings
  • Metacritic: 93 out of 100 points based on 113 reviews

Link to download in the PS Store: UNCHARTED™ 4: A Thief’s End Digital Edition – Free with PS Plus

DiRT Rally 2.0

What is DiRT Rally 2.0? This is a rally simulation and the 13th title in the successful “Colin McRae Rally” series from Codemasters, which is very popular among racing sim fans. The game focuses on realistic off-road racing with cars – rally and rally cross.

In DiRT Rally 2.0, you tackle various stages on picturesque tracks around the world and compete against the clock or other players in different modes – all in modern or classic rally vehicles under different weather conditions and times of day.

The game places a strong emphasis on realism and driving physics. Without a high level of concentration and vehicle control, you’ll end up in a ditch or a tree faster than you can throw your controller at the screen – especially when playing without the numerous driving aids. However, this can sometimes add extra excitement due to the extensive damage model, including numerous repair options.

Who is DiRT Rally 2.0 suitable for? Basically, it’s for anyone whose heart beats for rallying. No other game presents this area of motorsport on the PlayStation 4 better and more realistically.

Anyone looking to have a large fleet with detailed vehicle setups, a complex damage model, authentic driving physics, varied locations, and generally realistic gameplay will be well served by DiRT Rally 2.0.

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This is how DiRT Rally 2.0 is rated:

  • PS Store: 4 out of 5 stars based on over 1,100 ratings
  • Metacritic: 84 out of 100 points based on 34 reviews

Link to download in the PS Store: DiRT Rally 2.0 – Free with PS Plus

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How do I get the free PS Plus games?

You need a membership: You need a valid subscription to PlayStation Plus. This is a paid service for which you pay about €60 per year.

Why PS Plus at all? With it, you not only get the monthly games as downloads – you also enjoy other benefits such as

  • Access to online multiplayer in many games
  • exclusive discounts in the PS Store
  • exclusive in-game content for numerous games
  • Free Trials that allow you to try out some full titles for free

By the way, if you are a PS Plus member, you can still secure Shadow of the Colossus among other things until April 7, one of the best PS4 exclusive games from the March lineup.

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FIFA 20: The 7 Fastest Players for Your Team – Get Them

In FIFA 20 there are many fast players. Here you will find the currently best sprinters in Ultimate Team, with whom your team is hardly stoppable – if you can get them.

How important is speed? Speed, or Pace, is one of the most important elements of a player in FIFA 20. If your players cannot outrun or catch up with your opponents, you are at a significant disadvantage.

We have looked at the fastest players in FUT. Since speed is extremely important to many players, high Pace values come with high prices. The fastest players in Ultimate Team are therefore not cheap at all. Those who can snatch one of these sprinters have real weapons in their squad.

Kylian Mbappé

What makes Mbappé special: The TOTY card of Kylian Mbappé cannot be surpassed in terms of speed by any other card in FUT. Not only does he have the maximum overall speed value of 99 – both Acceleration and Sprint Speed are also at this value.

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One of the best, but also most expensive cards in FUT

Getting Mbappé in his TOTY form is incredibly difficult. However, it is also not easy to get this card. It costs over 5 million coins – after all, the 98-rated player brings almost everything else one could wish for in offense.

In addition to the TOTY card, both the second and third TOTW cards of Mbappé have the 99 Pace value. Ultimately, however, all Mbappé versions belong to the fastest cards in the game.

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Two Mbappé TOTW cards also have 99 Pace values

Adama Traoré

What makes Traoré special: The Headliners card of Adama Traoré, just like Mbappé’s TOTY version, has perfect speed values. Although the attacker is not as strong in other values, he is nearly impossible to stop in a sprint duel. 

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Headliners Adama is extremely fast

Unfortunately, this Traoré version can no longer be obtained as it was only available in an SBC. However, the Halloween card of Adama is still available and currently costs around 180,000 coins – and is also incredibly fast.

Sadio Mané

What makes Mané special: The TOTY card of Mané is as strong as the best version of Mbappé. In addition to great values in dribbling, shooting, and passing, Mané is also fantastic when it comes to Pace.

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The total value of 99 consists of an acceleration of 99 and a sprint speed of 97. At the peak, Mané is therefore slightly slower than Mbappé – but only by a tiny bit. In the game itself, the difference will hardly be noticeable.

Unfortunately, Mané’s price is also extremely high: 2.2 million is currently required for the TOTY card. However, Mané has many special cards that you can rely on. His also good standard card is currently priced at 88,000 coins.

Leroy Sané

What makes Sané special: Leroy Sané is known for his high pace and strong dribbling. You can expect both from his standard card, but his Player Moments card is on another level.

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Leroy Sané is a great player for the left wing

It has the coveted 99 Pace, consisting of 96 Acceleration and 99 Sprint Speed. The card has an overall rating of 91 and is absolutely endgame-worthy. However, it also comes with a pretty expensive SBC, which at least does not have an expiration date. So if you collect the necessary cards over the weeks, trading for the 91 Sané may be worth it.

Hinestroza

What makes Hinestroza special: Freddy Hinestroza received a solid upgrade with his Libertadores card compared to his normal standard card (overall: 73). This also applies to his speed, which is now at 99.

FIFA 20 Hinestroza
The currently cheapest 99 Pace player

The value is split into 94 Acceleration and 99 Sprint Speed, and the card costs 43,000 coins. However, Hinestroza, as a Colombian player playing in the Colombian first league, is difficult to link. His other values are not outstanding either. However, if you’re looking for an extremely fast sub for a reasonably moderate price, this is the one.

Biabiany

What makes Biabiany special: Jonathan Biabiany was a favorite among FIFA players for years – because of his insane speed. His Flashback card now ties back to those times with very high Pace values.

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An old favorite

The problem: The SBC for Biabiany is very expensive, which is why many fans prefer to skip the former favorite. Biabiany plays in the second Italian league, which makes him difficult to use. However, Biabiany still fits into a team of French players.

Ryan Kent

What makes Ryan Kent special: The last player on this list is also the first who does not come with an overall Pace value of 99. However, Ryan Kent has become a nightmare for players with his Europa League version.

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If you secured Kent, you are at an advantage today

Because Kent, with an overall value of 84, is not exactly a super player, has become the face of players suffering nasty Weekend League defeats. Kent belongs to a group of players who are often subbed in toward the end of the match – and then use their speed to dominate everything.

This also plays a role in the fact that this Kent version can no longer be obtained. The moderately priced SBC of about 30,000 coins is no longer available. This means: Keep an eye on whether your opponent has Kent in their ranks – and prepare as quickly as possible for heavy counterattacks in the last minutes.

Are you looking for an overview of the best sprinters outside of Ultimate Team? Then you can find the list of the fastest players in FIFA 20 here.

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The new main feature of WoW Shadowlands is already causing controversy

The developers of World of Warcraft are slowly providing us with more information about the upcoming expansion Shadowlands. New details about one of the biggest features have now sparked a great discussion.

What feature is it about? It is about the Covenants. Covenants were already introduced at BlizzCon 2019. Now there is new information directly from the developers.

What are Covenants? Covenants are a new endgame feature in the upcoming expansion Shadowlands. They serve as a progress system for players to unlock new abilities and talents.

The “Soulbinds” provide you with new abilities – concept from BlizzCon.

You have four Covenants available to join while you are exploring the Shadowlands:

  • Necrolords – The army of the Shadowlands
  • Kyrians – Angelic beings pursuing honorable goals
  • Night Fae – Guardians of nature
  • Venthyr – A vampiric faction acting as “Punishers of the Unworthy”

New information about Covenants and their abilities

How do Covenants work? Each Covenant is located in a region of the Shadowlands, and while you complete quests there, you can also strengthen your bond with the Covenant. However, the exact details are still pending.

By forming a bond with a Covenant, you gain access to two abilities. One ability is available to every member of the Covenant, regardless of class. The second is class-specific.

What abilities do the Covenants grant? Blizzard has now introduced the general abilities for each Covenant:

  • Kyrians: Summon Provost – Summons a Provost who gives you a special drink and grants access to “useful conveniences” once a day.
  • Venthyr: Shadow Portal – A type of portal.
  • Necrolords: Flesh Shaping – A shield made of flesh and bones that is stronger when cast on a corpse.
  • Night Fae: Soul Shape – Transforms you into a fox with increased movement speed. Re-activation teleports you a short distance forward.

Some of the class abilities have also already been introduced. We have shown the complete list in our overview of the Covenants in Shadowlands.

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The “Spear of Bastion”, the Pact ability of the Kyrians for Warriors.

However, the skills are not yet final and are still under development. Currently, Shadowlands is only in the Closed Alpha, to which the first waves of invitations will be sent shortly.

System causes disagreement in the community

The introduction of the new abilities has sparked a discussion among players. It primarily revolves around the fact that the choice of Covenants is only apparent and that the whole system needs revision.

What is the problem with abilities? Players see the issue with the abilities as there is exactly one Covenant per class that everyone must use because it is the best. Otherwise, one is simply not competitive anymore.

Some players oppose this, arguing that it is about freeing oneself from this competitive mindset. It is about making the individually right choice for each player. The reddit user k1dsmoke has a suggestion that has received a lot of positive feedback:

Make it simply a talent tree with four options. Each selection must then be unlocked through Covenant-related content.

What is the problem with the choice? This possibility to switch between Covenants is also widely discussed. One group of players wants the choice to be permanent – then it would have weight. Another wants it to be changeable.

At BlizzCon, Ion Hazzikostas mentioned that a switch should be possible, but it would involve a lot of work. However, players do not believe this is the right way. They argue that this grind is just repeating mistakes from Legion and BfA (legendary items and essences). The user Rhielle has wrote a detailed comment in the English forum about this:

They are taking away people’s ability to change something they might not like. It is not about numbers. It is simply less choice. If you get stuck with something you might later regret, and then just quit entirely because your favorite character has to grind for a long time to get something that suits you better.

And what if Blizzard decides to change the abilities in a patch? […] That person is then stuck in a long grind because Blizzard changed something and that does not make the game fun for the player anymore.

All of this is still based only on the first information we have about Shadowlands. However, it shows that this topic occupies the community greatly. The release of Shadowlands is still a while away, as the new expansion is not expected to come out before October. Until then, there is still plenty of time for players to provide their feedback and process new information. We are excitedly observing the development.

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CoD MW: Activision email reveals new details about Season 3, leaves players pondering

Season 3 is starting soon for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and CoD: Warzone. A recent email from Activision has revealed some fresh details about the new season and poses a riddle for players. What does it mean?

What does the email mean? Just before the start of Season 3, Activision sent out a promotional email about the new season – apparently a bit too early. Because you cannot yet join the fight for Season 3 through the attached link.

However, the email reveals two new details about Season 3 and adds to the excitement just before the start of the new season.

What does the email reveal about Season 3 of CoD Modern Warfare?

The email contains an image with some key points as well as a link supposedly leading to the new season. However, it is not online yet, as Season 3 starts on April 8 – likely around 8:00 AM German time.

These details are new: Even though they are essentially just a few bullet points, the text and image already provide 2 new pieces of information.

It states, among other things, that Season 3 will bring not only Call of Duty: Warzone and the regular multiplayer of Modern Warfare, but also the co-op mode SpecOps. It seems that SpecOps will finally receive new content again. Season 2 did not bring any new SpecOps content.

Furthermore, it is now virtually confirmed that the thought-to-be-dead Alex from the campaign will return as a new operator in Season 3. He is prominently featured in the image along with his name and callsign (Echo 3-1).

What are players currently pondering? What has many players puzzled is the statement “Worlds collide.” There is no further explanation on this matter. What exactly it refers to is currently unclear to anyone.

This could imply, for example, that Modern Warfare 2019 wants to bring back some popular classic maps or specific characters from earlier Modern Warfare installments, thus colliding the worlds of 2019 and earlier. This is one of the reasons why Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered was released without its own multiplayer. But that remains a vague speculation.

What do you think? What does “Worlds collide” mean in Season 3?

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Latest update ruins Pokémon GO for Samsung users – What happened?

The latest update 0.171.3 causes major issues in Pokémon GO for the Samsung Galaxy S20. Users of these phones can no longer use the app.

This is the situation: The new update has been mandatory since last night, April 6. Anyone who wants to play Pokémon GO needs the update.

The problem is that it doesn’t work for S20 users. The game freezes immediately after starting and cannot be used. Trainers with such smartphones cannot currently play.

S20 issue in Pokémon GO – What’s going on?

This is what players are showing: On reddit, the complaints from trainers are massive. Several trainers show that their accounts freeze when they start the app.

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Are there any solutions yet? Niantic’s support is currently still being tight-lipped. So far, there have been no statements on reddit or Twitter regarding the issues. On their website Niantic states they are aware of the bug with the S20 and are looking for solutions.

So it may well take a few more days before the problem is resolved.

So far, trainers have no solution to the problem either. There are no reports on reddit that S20 users can play normally again.

Currently, there are widespread issues: The latest updates in Pokémon GO have caused a lot of chaos in general. Recently, raids and gyms were massively bugged for iOS players. The only solution there was changing the system language on the Apple device.

It’s possible that the coronavirus is also to blame for the numerous bugs. Niantic will likely, like many other development studios, work from home. It could be significantly harder to identify and fix such bugs in that environment.

Keep in mind that there is currently a risk of contracting the coronavirus. The Federal Center for Health Education recommends staying at home as much as possible, maintaining distance from others, and avoiding gatherings. Niantic has taken various measures so that you can play Pokémon GO from home.

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MMORPG introduces a new server type: Early Access, but different from what you know

The MMORPG AION introduces an early access server where new updates can be tested. However, the concept operates differently than conventional test servers.

What does the early access server offer? With the new servers of the MMORPG AION, updates are tested before the official release. Players are expected to try out the new content and provide feedback to the developers.

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The MMORPG AION is introducing a new type of test servers.

This is not a regular test server

How does the EAS differ from a regular test server? Unlike test servers, testing of new content on the EAS occurs in a live environment. There are no wipes, and players can play normally.

The early access server of AION aims to mix live servers and test servers in this way.

This also means that during live operation, one must expect bugs and other issues, and there may be content that is not fully translated yet. The developers want to provide the most stable version of an update possible, but you must be aware that this is not always the case.

What happens to the early access server after the tests? The server will remain online. You can play the MMORPG AION there normally, which experienced a slight financial revival in late 2019. You just receive the updates earlier than players on the live servers, but you must test them as well.

As soon as the update goes live, the early access server will also be updated to the latest version. Then the next update you are supposed to test will follow.

What are the advantages of this concept? You do not have to play on two separate servers, but can focus on the EAS. Therefore, it is no longer necessary to switch to the test server when a new update is released and needs to be checked.

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As soon as AION 7.5 is released here, the early access server will also launch.

You should know

Is there a shop? Yes. Essentially, it is a regular server where you can also buy items in the shop. You just have to expect that the updates might still have issues.

Can you transfer your character to the EAS? No. You must create a new account and create a new character. With this, you will then play AION normally.

How to participate: After creating a new AION account, simply select the EAS as the server during server selection. You can then create a character and get started there.

How do you report bugs? There will be a section for the early access server of the MMORPG AION in the official forum. There, you can also post bugs.

When does the EAS start? Gameforge plans to launch the early access server with update 7.5. When exactly that will happen is still uncertain, as is the release date of the already announced AION 2. Further information will be available shortly.

The MMORPG AION is among the 13 best free-to-play MMORPGs that you can play in 2020. We have also introduced the other twelve in our article.

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The Division 2: Maintenance and Server Down on April 7 – Title Update 8.5 is here

Today, Title Update 8.5 (TU 8.5) brings numerous fixes and balance changes to  The Division 2. With this, you can expect maintenance including server downtime on PS4, Xbox One, and PC. Read here everything important about the maintenance procedure and the patch notes.

Update 11:59 AM: As Massive just informed via Twitter, the maintenance has been completed ahead of schedule – 30 minutes faster than planned. The servers should now be back up on all platforms.

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What’s new with the latest update? The developers are still hard at work on The Division 2 even during the Corona crisis. Two extensive updates are planned for April to address the most urgent issues of the shooter. The first one is coming today in the form of Title Update 8.5.

Anyone wanting to play The Division 2 this morning to advance their progress in Season 1 will have to take a forced break. This is because the patch comes with several hours of maintenance and server downtime.

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All important information about today’s maintenance and Title Update 8.5 (TU 8.5)

The procedure – These times are important today:

  • The start of maintenance is scheduled for 9:30 AM German time. The servers for The Division 2 will go offline, and the downtime will begin.
  • The planned duration of the server downtime is approximately 3 hours. During this time you cannot play The Division 2.
  • If everything goes according to plan, the servers should be back online around 12:30 PM German time, and the maintenance will be completed.

Keep in mind that these times are just an approximate timeframe. Maintenance can certainly end earlier or be delayed by several hours. Both have occurred several times in the past weeks and months. If the times change, we will update this article accordingly.

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What changes with Title Update 8.5? The patch notes: The scope of the update, including the individual changes coming with TU 8.5, was already known before today’s maintenance.

The patch brings among other things

  • Numerous bug fixes for various annoying errors and issues
  • Some gameplay changes
  • Balance tuning for NPCs
  • As well as adjustments to skills or status effects

For more details and accurate information, you can find it here: The Division 2 plans 2 massive updates in April – This is how they tackle the issues

And here are the official patch notes for Title Update 8.5 in English:

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What is planned after Title Update 8.5 in April? Not all previously planned and approved changes made it into Title Update 8.5. Some adjustments and fixes require more time and/or extensive testing.

However, these will be included in another extensive update during April – Title Update 9. Further bug fixes and changes to exotics and talents have been communicated so far.

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CoD MW: Camper eliminated 3 times at the same location – viewers laugh at him

In Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, a player impressively showed how to take out a camper. He catches him in the same spot three times.

This is what happened: A clip has emerged on Reddit showing three kills within a very short time. The special thing is: It hits the same player at the same spot – a window camper.

With that, Reddit user “stealyourmango808” impressively demonstrates how to handle a sniper who keeps returning to the same spot.

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Sniper gets taken out three times

This is the clip: The video already has 12,000 upvotes (April 7, 11 AM) on Reddit and hundreds of viewers are laughing in the comments at the confused sniper:

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stealyourmango808 sees his opponent standing in a window, sneaks up from behind, and eliminates him with his knife. Then he goes out of the house and sees that the eliminated opponent immediately goes back to his old spot. So he follows him and takes him out again.

On the third time, we see the camper standing still in the hallway and probably trying to catch stealyourmango808 during the next camper attack himself. But “mango” goes around the house again and manages to sneak behind the sniper and execute a third kill. The humiliation is perfect and the camper is presumably converted for the time being.

How do viewers react to this? There is a lot of mockery for the downed sniper. Many players cannot understand how you can keep returning to the same spot without protecting your back. User “Luna-Deus” asks how many lessons the sniper would still like to learn.

Other viewers say that at this point, a sniper was surely born who only plays with claymores.

Are there more funny clips like this? Such videos always cause a stir in Modern Warfare and Warzone.

In Warzone, a player dropped his helicopter on the enemy which resulted in a spectacular kill.

Another video in Modern Warfare caused excitement because two players threw a grenade at the same time. They met in the air and bounced off each other. In the end, that even resulted in a kill.

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CoD gives away rewards for €15, not everyone gets them – XP event extended

In Call of Duty: Modern Warfare and Warzone , Activision promised owners of the Battle Pass a nice gift. However, the execution is lacking. Players complain that they have not received the 10 free tier levels worth €15. Apparently, it affects players who are already nearing the end of the Battle Pass. Now, Activision has extended an XP event.

This was Activision’s promise: We reported yesterday that Activision promised: All owners of a Battle Pass for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare get 10 levels for free. The pass also counts for Warzone. There was also a detailed guide on how to get these levels. If purchased, these levels would cost approximately €15.

The levels were meant to help players complete the Battle Pass of Season 2 and claim the cosmetic rewards .

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This is the gift if everything goes smoothly.

The idea was:

The new shooter is totally crazy – lets dinosaurs loose with rocket launchers

Dinos with weapons? That sounds cool. This is exactly what the PvP shooter Dino Squad focuses on, which you can now play in Open Beta on Android and iOS.

What is Dino Squad? The gameplay is relatively simple. You fight against each other on battlefields in fast-paced PvP battles. However, not as human soldiers, but in the role of weapon-wielding dinosaurs, as you may know from ARK.

You can choose your dino from 17 species and equip it with special abilities and many weapons. Depending on the dino species and weapon, you will either be a powerful Tyrannosaurus, dealing devastating damage in close combat, or run around your enemies as a fast Velociraptor.

You can expect six battlefields that offer many tactical options for attacks, ambushes, and more. Over time, your dino will become stronger, and you will unlock bonuses to further enhance it.

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The trailer shows how crazy Dino Squad is.

You can get started with Dino Squad right away

For which platforms will the game be available? It is a mobile game that you can play on an Android or iOS device.

Can you play right away? Dino Squad is in Open Beta. You need to register either via Google Play or the Apple App Store, and then you’ll gain access to the shooter.

Your progress during the beta will carry over to the release version. Officially, Dino Squad is set to launch in spring, but a date has not yet been announced.

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This is how crazy the battles in the shooter Dino Squad take place.

What are initial testers saying? Dino Squad is being received quite well. The straightforward and fast-paced battles, the quirky scenario, and the many options to customize your personal, weapon-wielding dino seem to be a lot of fun.

Players are already comparing their kills on reddit and motivating each other to outdo one another.

  • amKingK says on reddit: “I love it. If I had to rate it, I would give it a 10/10.”
  • DarthP1agueis says on reddit: “I hope you love this game as much as I do. If so, we should brainstorm future ideas together and just have fun.”

If you enjoy playing on mobile, you can certainly check out many other mobile games. We have put together a list of the 10 best Android games of 2020 for you.

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The only support weapon in Destiny 2 is now twice as good – Best healer build

In Destiny 2, the unique Exotic Lumina finally received its Catalyst in Season 10. Read why it makes the weapon so powerful and how it can be fully leveled in just 15 minutes. Additionally, you can find the best Healer build in the game here.

This is the weapon: The exotic hand cannon Lumina brought a new playstyle to Destiny 2. It can deal significant damage but can also heal and provide powerful buffs as the only weapon that can do so.

In the Season of Worthy, you can enhance the Exo-revolver even further and perfect its unique support abilities. This is made possible by the new Catalyst.

Exotic Catalyst for Lumina in Season 10

Many Exotics have access to the so-called Masterwork Catalysts, which make special weapons even stronger, grant new perks, or improve stats. Recently, Lumina has also joined the ranks of Exotics with even more power.

This is why Lumina is twice as good: The Catalyst essentially doubles Lumina’s exotic properties. After a kill, you now receive:

  • 8 bullets returned directly to the magazine
  • Grants you 2 Noble Rounds

With each “Residual” – that’s what the spheres dropped by enemies are called – you now receive double the bonuses. While this may not sound spectacular on paper, it is invaluable in-game.

With Lumina, you don’t have to choose between dealing damage or healing

Why is the Masterwork version so powerful? To explain why Lumina becomes so powerful with the upgrade, we need to take a closer look at the “Noble Rounds”.

These seeking orbs heal your allies and give you and the allied Guardian a damage bonus for 10 seconds:

  • 35% more damage in PvE – This corresponds to the most powerful buffs in the game (Blessing of Dawn) and exceeds the 30% from the Well of Radiance.
  • 20% more damage in PvP – This makes nasty one-shots possible with aggressive snipers to the body.

Additionally, thanks to the Catalyst, you practically don’t have to reload Lumina anymore. This forced pause often lasts longer than desired with hand cannons in Destiny. A full 8 out of 12 maximum bullets magically return to your magazine.

In most activities, you can permanently buff and heal your entire fireteam. You can chain kill after kill without having to pause or weigh whether your Noble Rounds are worth it in the current situation. You quickly gather a respectable stack and are a constant support. Your team is not reliant on the usual stationary buffs but can run through the activities at full speed.

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Aztecross tests the Masterwork Catalyst thoroughly

This build gets even better: We presented you with a support build that makes your team almost immortal. One of the main ingredients for the build was the Exotic Lumina. Previously, you could heal in almost any situation and also distribute shields and buffs.

With the Masterwork Catalyst, you perfect the arguably strongest, uniquely supportive build and elevate it to another level. The best part: You are not a second-tier healer but right in the action and the anchor for the whole team.

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Leveling the Catalyst in just 15 minutes

This is how you quickly upgrade Lumina to Masterwork: Every Masterwork Catalyst comes with a kind of mini-quest. Only when this task is completed, can you admire the additional abilities.

In the case of Lumina, you need to heal allies 250 times with Noble Rounds. The allies do not need to be damaged for it to count as healing. If you don’t want to do this on the side and rather do it in just 15 minutes, you only need another Guardian in your fireteam.

Then head to the Tribute Hall and eliminate the constantly respawning enemies while healing the Guardian standing beside you every few seconds. They don’t need to actively play Destiny 2; they just need to stand around. After about a quarter of an hour, the Catalyst will be fully leveled, and you can enjoy the Masterworked version of Lumina.

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With one shot, the enemy is out of the table in the Tribute Hall, and you have a Noble Round ready

Where can you find the Catalyst? Since Season 10, the Masterwork Catalyst for Lumina can drop randomly from various activities. For example, you can be rewarded with the upgrade after a Crucible match or a strike. You cannot farm the Catalyst deliberately. However, the chance of obtaining it is very high, and most of you likely already have the item in your collection.

Another Exotic that strongly supports your entire team is the Divinity. Unlike Lumina, this Raid Exotic does not heal or buff but weakens enemies and allows for easy headshots. How to get your hands on Divinity is described in a detailed guide.

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Magic renames card due to Coronavirus, collectors are rubbing their hands together

Due to the current Corona pandemic, a card from the trading card game Magic: The Gathering had to be renamed. This is an exciting situation for collectors.

Which card is it? The new card set “Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths” is scheduled for release in May for the trading card game Magic: The Gathering. It includes the new card “Spacegodzilla, Death Corona”. In English, it is called: “Spacegodzilla: Death Corona”. With this, Spacegodzilla uses its traditional ability “Corona Beam”.

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This Magic card had to be renamed due to the Corona pandemic.

A renaming that benefits collectors

Why is the card being renamed? The publisher Wizards of the Coast explains that due to the current Corona pandemic, they are renaming the card, as the word Corona has taken on a different meaning and is associated with the disease COVID-19.

The new name of the card will be “Spacegodzilla, Void Invader”.

Why is this interesting for collectors? As Wizards of the Coast explains, some of the cards were already printed with the old name. This means that some versions of the card set “Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths” still include “Spacegodzilla, Death Corona”. In new editions, the renamed card will be included.

This makes the first versions of the card set very sought after by collectors.

  • Kanorado99 states on Reddit: “LOL, this could be the next Black Lotus. I’m trying to get one.”
  • TheRaineCorporation agrees on Reddit: “This card is going to be worth a lot. I think about twice as much as the Void Invader versions.”
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Black Lotus is an extremely rare and valuable card in Magic (Image Source: Geek.com)

Magic cards are worth their weight in gold

Are Magic cards worth a lot of money? Certain cards from the game are sometimes traded for enormous sums. The Black Lotus card, for example, belongs to the Alpha set of Magic: The Gathering. It is part of the first edition of the trading card game from 1993. One of these cards was sold on eBay about a year ago for $166,100.

This shows how much collectors are willing to spend for rare cards in good condition. And the card “Spacegodzilla, Death Corona” is likely to develop similarly. So anyone who buys the Magic card set “Ikoria: Lair of Behemoths” and finds the original card there can consider themselves lucky. It is likely to be worth quite a bit of money over time.

Magic: The Gathering is also available as a hack ‘n slash, where virtual cards still play an important role. MeinMMO author Benedict Grothaus has already had a look at this action RPG and will report on what he thinks about it.

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CoD Modern Warfare & Warzone: Season 3 starts tomorrow – What we know

In Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, the current season will soon end, and Season 3 will begin. On Wednesday, April 8th, Season 3 kicks off. We summarize the most important facts and rumors regarding the new season and show what we can expect – also in CoD: Warzone.

How long does Season 2 in Modern Warfare still run? Taking a look at the Battle Pass of Season 2, it’s clear that Season 2 will end on Wednesday, April 8th at 8:00 AM German time.

Until the start of Season 3, you can secure the last tiers of the Battle Pass with double XP. Since there were apparently some issues with progression and XP distribution over the weekend, the XP event has been extended until the start of Season 3:

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Everything we know so far about Season 3 of CoD: Modern Warfare

Where do the infos come from? Officially, we only know when Season 2 ends and that Season 3 starts immediately afterward. From the first published images, we also know which operators to expect:

https://twitter.com/CallofDuty/status/1246105185006399490

However, there are many infos from interesting leaks and some data finds in the game itself, so one can already get a first picture of what we can expect with Season 3.

Keep in mind: Many of the infos consist of unconfirmed data. So take everything with a grain of caution.

When does Season 3 start for Modern Warfare?

The start date of Season 3: The start in Germany is on April 8th at 8 AM. Season 3 starts directly after the end of Season 2.

Start delay due to update for Season 3? The new season is likely to be initiated by a big update – this is considered certain. This must first be downloaded and installed to dive into the new content.

The start of Season 3 will also depend on how quickly you have downloaded the new data. There are no official figures about the size of the download so far. However, it seems that no one will be able to start exactly at 8:00 AM.

Modern Warfare Battle Pass for Season 3

What’s included in the Battle Pass for Season 2? It is also considered certain that there will be a new Battle Pass with 100 tiers for Season 3. Even before the release of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare, the developers confirmed that they will rely on this model.

Since the previous two Battle Passes have exhibited identical formats, one can assume that this will not change with Season 3. Through the Battle Pass, you will continue to receive various cosmetic rewards like operator skins, CoD points, XP boosts, as well as new blueprints and weapons.

Season Pass contents of Season 2

Do you have to buy the Modern Warfare Season 3 Battle Pass? Only if you want to fully utilize all its rewards. This will likely cost you 10€ or 1,000 CoD points in Season 3 as well. Generally, however, the Battle Pass is not mandatory.

Because besides the paid premium rewards branch, the pass also offers a free rewards branch, which all players have access to. There, you simply get fewer rewards, but still all gameplay-relevant items, such as new base weapons.

More about this can be found here: CoD Modern Warfare: Should you buy the Battle Pass or not – who is it worth for?

Contents of Modern Warfare Season 3

Will there be new operators? After new operators have been introduced with each new season so far, it is also firmly believed that there will be additional ones in Season 3.

According to a leak, it will involve

  • Alex
  • and Ronin

According to the images released from Season 3 by Infinity Ward, Alex (from the campaign) has already been confirmed, and Ronin is also practically confirmed.

More about this can be found here: CoD MW: Season 3 introduces two new operators – What makes both so special

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What about new weapons? There has already been a leak where the two new weapons of Season 3 might have been revealed.

The following weapons are expected to be introduced via the Battle Pass with Season 3:

  • a SKS, a new semi-automatic DMR (Designated Marksman Rifle) produced in Russia. It is expected to have a higher rate of fire than all other firearms in this class. However, a precisely placed shot should suffice for you to not need any follow-up shots.
  • the Renetti, a semi-automatic 9mm pistol that is expected to shine particularly at short distances.

Unfortunately, there were no images of the two new firearms.

Will there be new maps for traditional multiplayer?  Recently, Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 Remastered was released, but only with the single-player campaign – completely without multiplayer.

Afterward, Activision stated that they will be adding popular classic maps from the Modern Warfare series to the multiplayer of Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2019 to avoid unnecessarily dividing the community. And as it seems, with Season 3 at least 2 popular maps are expected to make their way into the current Modern Warfare iteration.

After the last update for Modern Warfare, a bug revealed that apparently the maps

  • Backlot from MW1
Source: Reddit user Senescallo
  • and Village from MW3
Source: Reddit user Senescallo

have already been found in the data but are not yet in the game. A leak had also previously mentioned these two maps in Season 3. It is therefore firmly assumed that both maps will be included in the game with Season 3.

Warzone players will also benefit from Season 3

What’s new for Call of Duty: Warzone? There has also been a leak suggesting that Season 3 will at least bring several new modes for the free-to-play battle royale Call of Duty: Warzone.

These include:

  • Battle Royale Duos for teams of 2 players.
  • Battle Royale Quads for teams of 4 players
  • Battle Royale High Action, where the deadly gas circle moves much faster. So, additional speed comes into play
  • Battle Royale Shotty Snipers, where you only engage with shotguns and sniper rifles, and loadout drops are disabled
  • Battle Royale One Shot. Here, headshots are lethal. There are no loadout drops
  • Realism Battle Royale with realism rules – no HUD and increased headshot damage
  • Hardcore Battle Royale in hardcore format: weapons are generally much deadlier, no HUD, and friendly fire is active

When exactly these modes will become active as part of Season 3 and whether they are temporary or permanent modes was not revealed by the leak.

Modern Warfare lets the end of Season 2 fade out from April 3rd with double XP. So, it’s worth checking back then – especially if you’re looking to level up weapons or the Season 2 Battle Pass.

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Pokémon GO: Redeem code now and pick up cool gift

Pokémon GO has 2 gifts to give away. To do this, you need to redeem a promo code, among other things. We will show you how to do it.

This is what Niantic gives away: The developers are aware of the ball issues the trainers face and have already made some adjustments. However, there are additional items that you can obtain almost for free.

To do this, you need to redeem a promo code, among other things. This can be a bit tricky. To ensure you have no problems, we will show you how to proceed.

This is how you can redeem the promo code and secure a gift

This is the promo code: You need to enter the code in your shop. It will then gift you some items. The code is:

  • EMRK2EZWLVSSZDC5

What items does the promo code bring: There isn’t an overwhelming amount to receive, but it is completely free. The following items are waiting for you:

  • 4x golden Razz Berry
  • 8x Poké Ball
  • 4x silver Pinap Berry

These items are particularly important when you need to catch legendary Pokémon in the PvP league. With the berries, you significantly increase your catch chance and can save some balls when catching the legendary Pokémon.

Currently, there is Thundurus as a reward in the PvP league. You can find out how strong the legendary Pokémon is here.

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In the offers for the coins, you will find the field for promo codes

How do I redeem the promo code? Android users need to go to the in-game shop for this. When you scroll to the bottom, you will find the “Promo Codes” field there. You can then enter the above code and you will receive the items.

It may be that it says you haven’t redeemed the code. Make sure that your bag is empty enough, and sometimes the items will still be credited to you. So check your journal to see if you’ve received the reward. If not, you can try again with the same code.

iOS users do not have such a field. However, you can go to the Niantic website, sign in there, and enter the promo code. After that, the gift should be credited to you.

Here’s another promotion: Niantic also offers you friendship. This way you can befriend the developers and grab a gift. The friendship code is: 9484 2295 3675

Currently, their friendship list is full. If you are looking for other friends, you can find numerous friendship codes in our Facebook group for Pokémon GO.

Are there any other gifts? Yes, Niantic is also giving away another gift to you. Starting today, there is again a box for one coin in the shop. It contains 20 Ultra Balls and 15 Pinap Berries.

These gifts have been available for several weeks now. Every week, a new box comes in that only costs one coin. So you should check in at least once a week to grab the offer. This box with the Ultra Balls will be available until next Monday evening, April 13th. You can also use the balls well for the upcoming spring event.

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A player accidentally gains a significant advantage on the starting island of Fortnite

In Fortnite: Battle Royale, a player was able to gain a significant advantage, and that even from the spawn island. We show you what luck this player experienced.

This was the situation: A player shared a clip on reddit, where by chance he gained a huge advantage at the start of the match.

He was still on the spawn island of Fortnite and wanted to perform his emotes and ride on his mini Deadpool scooter.

By chance, probably because he accidentally marked it, he tagged a llama that was 3,000 meters away on the Fortnite map.

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You have to have this much luck!

Why does this chance create an advantage? In each match, 3 loot llamas spawn on the map, which makes it difficult to find them on the large map of Fortnite.

However, if you find a llama, you already have an advantage because you can stock up on materials, ammunition, and items.

The Update 4.3, which was deployed in Season 4, slimmed down the llamas and you now receive less loot than in the earlier seasons.

This player had an advantage right from the start because he had already marked the llama, and he just needs to fly over to collect his loot.

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The loot llamas bring plenty of loot for those who find them

The ping system has its advantages

As you can see in this reddit clip, the ping system is of great benefit. You can mark items and enemies, even if they are far away.

This system was introduced in Season 8, shortly after it was demonstrated by the competitor Apex Legends:

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This week you should also mark items as part of the Skye Challenges to unlock the style variant for the Ghost or Shadow teams.

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In our guide, you can see how to mark unusual, rare, and epic items.

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WoW finally launches the Alpha for Shadowlands – Here’s how to sign up

Blizzard has announced that the Closed Alpha for Shadowlands, the new expansion of World of Warcraft, will start soon. Everything you need to know about the new WoW Alpha and who can actually participate.

5 months after the official presentation of the WoW Addon Shadowlands at BlizzCon 2019, the Closed Alpha is finally set to begin. Several contents and changes are expected to be available in the Alpha.

Who will be invited? The first wave of invitations is expected to be very small and aimed at specific players:

  • long-term players of WoW with active accounts
  • friends and family members of Blizzard
  • special community members and journalists

There will be additional waves of invitations for testing PvP and raids. These will also primarily target players with a lot of experience in PvP.

When is the release? Even though the invitations are being sent out now, we cannot say much about the release of Alpha and Shadowlands yet. The new addon is quite certainly not expected to be released before October.

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Shadowlands is set to be the next major WoW expansion.

Registration for the Alpha

The registration for the Alpha proceeds the same as for the Beta. How to register for the Shadowlands Beta is explained here. Alternatively, you can directly visit the official Opt-In page: Registration is valid for both the Alpha and the subsequent Beta phase.

If you are not invited, we have 7 ideas on what you can do until the launch of the Shadowlands addon. Those who registered but do not gain access may still be invited to the Beta.

If you have already decided that you want to play Shadowlands, you can find the difference between the versions and where you can purchase the new addon here.

WoW Shadowlands – What the Closed Alpha offers

What contents are available in the Alpha?

  • The zone Bastion and the dungeon “Nekrotische Schneise” are available to players
  • All content can be completed with an Alliance character
  • From April 2020, the zone Revendreth with the endless dungeon Torghast, Tower of the Damned, will be added.
  • Furthermore, additional content such as zones, dungeons, and quest lines will be unlocked as they become available for testing.

You can also use the Alpha to experience some of the long missing abilities from WoW’s history that return in Shadowlands.

Is there any gameplay available? We do not have any gameplay for the Alpha yet. However, there is already a glimpse from BlizzCon 2019:

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What comes after the Closed Alpha? After the successful Closed Alpha phase, WoW: Shadowlands will transition into a Beta phase. Old characters will be deleted and a larger number of players will be invited.

In the new addon, time could also pass faster than one might think. And this time jump is due to a peculiarity of Shadowlands.

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